Safari Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
ACCUMULATOR REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Disconnect the low pressure switch electrical connector.
3. Remove the low pressure switch.
4. Loosen the compressor suction hose nut (1) from the accumulator.
5. Remove the compressor suction hose from the accumulator.
6. Loosen the evaporator tube nut from the accumulator.
7. Remove the evaporator tube from the accumulator.
8. Remove and discard the O-ring seals.
9. Remove the accumulator mounting bracket bolt.
10. Remove the accumulator and mounting bracket.
11. Remove the accumulator from the mounting bracket.
12. Cap or tape off all open fittings.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the caps or remove tape from the A/C fittings.
2. If replacing the accumulator, add the PAG oil to the accumulator.